Which of the following best summarizes the impact of both Awakenings on American cultural history?
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Correct answer: They democratized religion and tied it closely to individual experience and social reform
The Awakenings shifted the focus of religion from elite-controlled institutions to the common person. This democratic spirit not only changed how Americans worshipped but also how they viewed their responsibility to improve their nation.
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